Senior Specialist, Application Penetration Tester

New York 2 months agoFull-time External
498k - 925.0k / yr
Job Description: The KPMG Advisory practice is currently growing rapidly. Our professionals must be adaptable and thrive in a collaborative, team-driven culture. We are seeking a Senior Specialist to join our KPMG Spectrum practice. Responsibilities include performing manual application penetration tests, developing new testing methods, and leading client engagements. Qualifications include a minimum of two years of recent experience performing application penetration tests and a bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university or equivalent industry experience. KPMG offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for learning and career development. We value diversity and inclusion in the workplace and comply with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. Responsibilities include: • Performing manual application penetration tests on one or more of the following: web applications, internal applications, APIs, internal and external networks, and mobile applications • Developing new testing methods and techniques to identify vulnerabilities and entry points that attackers may use to exploit applications, networks, and systems • Leading client engagements, providing technical leadership, devising testing scenarios, advising on expected level of effort, and guiding testing teams on engagement processes and outcomes Qualifications include: • Minimum two years of recent experience performing application penetration tests and working with application testing tools to perform security assessments: AppScan, Netsparker, Acunetix, BurpSuite, OWASP ZAP, or equivalent • Ability to communicate reporting results with technical and non-technical audiences and lead remediation conversations